A tiny smartphone gadget can detect some of the nastiest chemicals in your water
Researchers in Japan have developed a compact smartphone-connected sensor that detects extremely low concentrations of toxic forever chemicals in water, potentially making contamination testing faster, cheaper, and more accessible.
ShiftCam ProRig+ wants to turn the iPhone into a filmmaking beast
ShiftCam’s ProRig+ adds dedicated focus, zoom, shutter and shooting mode controls for iPhone creators. The Kickstarter campaign starts at $159, with delivery estimates beginning in December 2026 for an early option.
Samsung might have a Galaxy Z Fold 9 for everyone, and I’m losing count
Samsung is reportedly considering Plus and FE versions of the Galaxy Z Fold 9, while another leak points to a massive six-device Galaxy Z lineup for 2027, including a TriFold successor and a rollable phone.
I was excited for Motorola’s swanky new flagship, but its pricing might be a little too premium
The Motorola Signature 27 has already impressed me on paper, but a new European retailer listing suggests its flagship ambitions could come with an enormous price increase.
ChatGPT finally gets the iCloud Mail and Calendar plugins users have been waiting for
OpenAI has added iCloud Mail and Calendar integrations to ChatGPT, bringing email management and scheduling tools to all plans, including the free tier.
Google Play is copying one of the Nintendo Switch’s handiest features
Google Play Games Sidekick can now save the previous 30 seconds of Android gameplay, borrowing a familiar Nintendo Switch trick without requiring players to record an entire session ahead of time.
Samsung’s Galaxy throttling scandal is back from the dead with a $15 million fine
Samsung faces a $15.1 million fine over gaming claims tied to the Galaxy S21 and S22, reviving a four-year throttling controversy that lawsuits had seemingly put to rest without consumer damages.
The iPhone 18e could get a shiny new chip while Apple keeps rationing smooth scrolling
A new iPhone 18e leak points to a 2nm A20 chip and a possible 24MP selfie camera, but buyers hoping for smoother scrolling could face another year with a 60Hz display.
Google Photos rolls out a customizable redesign of your ‘Collections’ tab
Google Photos is rolling out a redesigned Collections tab on Android, letting users pin favourite folders, hide sections and rearrange categories with version 7.97.
T-Mobile’s new plans let you pick your own perks instead of a fixed bundle
T-Mobile is replacing Experience 2.0 with T-Mix, a lineup starting at $55 per month that lets customers spend Picks on streaming subscriptions, gaming, satellite service, and more.
Apple is investigating cracked screens on the iPhone Duo and replacing broken units
Apple has assured that not all units of the iPhone Duo are affected by display flaws. For customers who have one, the company is asking them to get a replacement unit.
Buying a cheap Samsung Galaxy phone could soon get a lot harder
Samsung is reportedly cutting Galaxy A production by 20% as rising memory and component costs make affordable phones harder to build profitably.
Samsung Galaxy S27 could finally shed the laggard chip image with next-gen Exynos chip
Samsung’s Exynos 2700 beat Qualcomm’s top Snapdragon chip in internal tests, with up to 20% better CPU and gaming scores. Here’s what it means for the Galaxy S27.
Two iPhone Duo teardowns point to the hinge but stop short of solving the mystery
Two iPhone Duo teardowns point to different hinge problems behind early screen failures, but neither confirms the cause. Owners should stop folding the phone if its hinge suddenly tightens or makes unusual sounds.
Apple has built a device that can inspect an iPhone without opening its box
Apple is rolling out a new retail device that can run diagnostics on iPhones inside sealed boxes, helping stores detect tampering and reduce unnecessary inventory processing.
Google Messages is getting a powerful new weapon against sneaky text scams
Suspicious texts and dangerous links are about to have a harder time slipping through Google Messages, thanks to a new layer of AI-powered security.
Apple is exploring ways to make Safari websites less cramped on its foldable iPhone
Safari’s side controls squeeze web pages on the iPhone Duo’s outer screen, so Apple wants better ideas from developers.
Some iPhone Duo owners are reporting cracks around the hinge
Several iPhone Duo owners have reported inner-display failures near a similar part of the hinge, putting attention on a possible common failure point.
These tiny 3D-printed color routers could finally put an end to the grainy night photos that still haunt modern smartphones
Researchers printed tiny resin pillars that steer light instead of filtering it, but phones are a long way off.
This app turns the iPhone Duo into a pocket-sized Mac
Apple's iPhone Duo has barely arrived, and Headroom already has a clever trick for it: controlling a Mac from the foldable phone, complete with a keyboard that appears when the device folds
Losing sleep to late-night doomscrolling? This gadget blocks distracting apps in your bedroom
Brick Night automatically blocks selected apps when your phone enters your bedroom, adding a physical barrier to late-night doomscrolling.
The Galaxy S27 Ultra (and Pro) could finally get bigger batteries as Samsung reportedly locks in the numbers
Safety Korea photos can’t show capacity, but earlier Chinese filings hint at Samsung’s first Ultra battery upgrade in years.
Apple Music is hiding the original iPod as an easter egg, and there’s a secret game too
Apple Music is celebrating the iPod’s 25th anniversary with a playable replica of the original click-wheel player hidden on its 404 page. There’s even a secret Brick game tucked inside.
Monster Hunter Outlanders arrives on Android and iOS next week with four-player co-op
Monster Hunter Outlanders launches on Android and iOS on October 29 with open-world exploration, mobile-focused combat, and four-player co-op.
One UI 9 is coming to your Galaxy phone soon. Here’s when you can expect it
One UI 9 is rolling out to Galaxy phones and tablets from the S23 series onwards, starting in Japan. Here’s when your device can expect the update.
Grok Bot can now add events, set reminders, and even turn off your lights for you
Grok Bot can now connect with Calendar, Reminders, Contacts, Messages, and more on your phone, turning the chatbot into a proper assistant.
Delta 2.0 is finally here, and your iPhone just got a bigger retro gaming library
Delta 2.0 is the emulator's biggest update yet, adding Sega Genesis support, RetroAchievements, a refreshed interface, and more ways to play classic games on iPhone and iPad.
Kindle Unlimited is now Kindle+ with a bigger audiobook lineup and AI narrators
Amazon has renamed Kindle Unlimited to Kindle+, keeping the $11.99 monthly price while expanding its audiobook catalog with more titles, including some narrated by AI.
Apple’s new badge makes it easy to find apps built for the iPhone Duo
Apple is introducing a “Made for iPhone Duo” badge to help you find apps optimized for its foldable phone, with Netflix, Microsoft Word, Outlook, and other apps adapting to the larger display.
1Password wants AI agents to handle logins without ever taking a peek at your passwords
AI agents can now use credentials stored in 1Password to access your accounts without the passwords being exposed to the model.
iPhone Duo’s foldable screen is not perfect, after all. But the crease might take a few years to become an eyesore.
Two fold tests say Apple’s hinge is built to last, but the matte screen can’t fully hide a growing crease.
Flagship phone prices are brutal. Samsung’s renewed phones offer a much cheaper way in with Amazon
Samsung is bringing its Certified Re-Newed Galaxy program to Amazon, offering S24 and S25-series phones from $489 with genuine parts, new batteries, and a manufacturer warranty.
Apple is apparently testing iPhone Duo 2 with Face ID instead of the Touch ID button
Apple may bring under-display Face ID to the iPhone Duo 2, addressing a key complaint about its first foldable.
Caldo wants to fix study stress by combining learning games with guided breathing
Caldo lets you play learning games and practice guided breathing without switching apps, so stress doesn’t get in the way of studying.
Australia is forcing Apple to loosen its grip on iPhone app distribution
Australia is forcing Apple to open up iPhone app distribution, allowing rival app stores, alternative payment services, and more freedom for developers from March 2027. Apple plans to appeal the ruling.
Anthropic unveils Claude Duet, its answer to AI agents like Dots
Anthropic has unveiled Claude Duet, a new work-focused AI agent that can monitor connected apps, handle background tasks, and keep working after you step away.
Twitch’s new Stream Recap turns missed livestreams into highlight reels you can watch in minutes
Twitch’s new Stream Recaps turn livestream clips into bite-sized highlight reels, helping you catch missed moments, keep up with your favorite streamers, and discover creators through personalized recommendations.
Hands too small for the new iPhone Duo? Apple is working on a fix
Apple reportedly plans to bring Reachability to the iPhone Duo later this year, adapting the familiar accessibility feature to make its wide left and right edges easier to reach.